September 2, 2026
4-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Busan
From
$1,428
Price / day
$357
Tianjin Orient MS Visio|Costa Serena
Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Serena
Compare ship age, size, passenger capacity, itineraries and upcoming cruise prices.
VS
Newer Ship
Costa Serena
Built in 2007
3 years newer
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
More Spacious Ship
Costa Serena
30.2 GT per guest
Gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity
Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Serena: Quick Comparison
Costa Serena is the newer ship in this comparison. Built in 2007, it is 3 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which entered service in 2004. Costa Serena is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage at 114,147 GT. Costa Serena also carries 310 more passengers. Costa Serena has upcoming sailings in Asia. The sailings shown cover different itineraries, so the price per day figures are not a like-for-like comparison. Cruise fares vary significantly by itinerary, departure date and cabin availability, so any price difference should be treated as a snapshot rather than a permanent gap.
Ship Comparison
| Spec | Tianjin Orient MS Visio | Costa Serena |
|---|---|---|
| Year Built | 2004 | 2007Newer |
| Gross Tonnage | 102,587 GT | 114,147 GT |
| Passenger Capacity | 3,470 | 3,780 |
| Space per Passenger | 29.6 GT | 30.2 GT |
| Length | 272.19 m | 289.6 m |
| Decks | — | — |
| Cabins | — | — |
Key Differences: Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Serena
Age
Costa Serena was built in 2007, making it 3 years newer than Tianjin Orient MS Visio, which was built in 2004.
Size
At 114,147 GT, Costa Serena is approximately 11% larger by gross tonnage than Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Passenger capacity
Costa Serena carries up to 3,780 passengers compared with 3,470 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio, a difference of 310 passengers.
Passenger space
Costa Serena offers more space per passenger: 30.2 GT per guest, compared with 29.6 aboard Tianjin Orient MS Visio. A higher passenger space ratio generally means less crowding in public areas.
Itineraries
The upcoming sailings shown for Tianjin Orient MS Visio and Costa Serena (Asia) currently cover different regions or departure ports.
Compare Ports of Call
Costa Serena
Asia from Busan
- Departure Port
- Busan
- Region
- Asia
- Nights
- 4
- Round Trip
- No
- Day 1 · Sep 2, 2026Busan
- Day 2 · Sep 3, 2026Sasebo
- Day 3 · Sep 4, 2026At Sea
- Day 4 · Sep 5, 2026Shanghai
- Day 5 · Sep 6, 2026Seogwipo
Dates are estimates based on the published departure date.
Upcoming Cruises & Prices
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Costa Serena
September 2, 2026
1-Night Asia Cruise
Departing from Busan
From
$314
Price / day
$314
Prices shown are starting fares and may change.
Which Ship Is Cheaper?
Tianjin Orient MS Visio
Average
$0 / day
VS
Costa Serena
Average
$336 / day
Cruise prices vary by departure date, itinerary, cabin type and availability.
Which Ship Should You Choose?
Choose Tianjin Orient MS Visio if…
- You prefer the ship with the lower passenger capacity.
- You do not place as much importance on sailing on a newer ship than Costa Serena.
Choose Costa Serena if…
- You prefer the newer ship.
- You prefer the larger ship by gross tonnage.
- You do not mind sailing on a ship with a higher passenger capacity.
- You value having more space per passenger (higher GT-per-guest ratio).
- You want to sail in Asia.
- Departing from Busan works for your plans.
Tianjin Orient MS Visio vs Costa Serena: Final Comparison Summary
Newer
Costa Serena
Built in 2007
3 years newer
Bigger
Costa Serena
114,147 GT
11% larger by gross tonnage
Lower Price Per Day
Both ships are the same
- Costa Serena is 3 years newer.
- Costa Serena is 11% larger by gross tonnage.
- Costa Serena carries 310 more passengers.
- Costa Serena offers more space per passenger (30.2 GT per guest).
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is newer, Tianjin Orient MS Visio or Costa Serena?
Costa Serena is newer. It was built in 2007, while Tianjin Orient MS Visio was built in 2004, making Costa Serena 3 years newer.
Which is bigger, Tianjin Orient MS Visio or Costa Serena?
Costa Serena is larger by gross tonnage. It measures approximately 114,147 GT compared with Tianjin Orient MS Visio at 102,587 GT.
Which ship carries more passengers?
Costa Serena has a passenger capacity of approximately 3,780, compared with 3,470 for Tianjin Orient MS Visio.
Which ship is more spacious, Tianjin Orient MS Visio or Costa Serena?
Costa Serena has the higher passenger space ratio at 30.2 GT per passenger, versus 29.6 for Tianjin Orient MS Visio. The ratio is gross tonnage divided by passenger capacity; a higher number means more ship space per guest.
Where does Costa Serena sail?
The upcoming Costa Serena sailings currently listed cover Asia, departing from Busan.
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